Full-Day Isfahan Architecture Tour with New Julfa and Khajou Bridge

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Naqshe Jahan Square and its historical grandeur
• 02 Admire the intricate mosaics and calligraphy of Abbasi Jameh Mosque
• 03 Experience the serene ambience of Sheykh Lotfollah Mosque
• 04 Discover handicraft workshops in the Armenian District of New Julfa

Discover the splendour of Iranian architecture on this full-day tour of Isfahan. Explore Naqshe Jahan Square and admire the intricate beauty of Abbasi Jameh Mosque and Sheykh Lotfollah Mosque, then continue through the Armenian District of New Julfa to uncover hidden handicraft workshops. As a UNESCO Creative City of Crafts, Isfahan also offers a closer look at Iran's most famous handicrafts. The day concludes beside the iconic Khajou Bridge or the historic 33-Pol Bridge, depending on timing.

Discover the splendour of Iranian architecture on this full-day tour of Isfahan.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Isfahan

Languages English, Persian

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

A Full Day Exploring Isfahan's Architectural Treasures

• Leave your hotel at 8:40 am.
• Begin from the square and continue around the city, finishing beside Khajou Bridge or in Julfa, depending on the available time. During the day, you will visit the following places:
  • Naghshe Jahan Square
  • Abbasi Jameh Mosque
  • Sheykh Lotfollah Mosque
  • Aalighapou Edifice
  • Chehelsotoun Palace
  • Vank Cathedral
  • Armenian District (New Julfa)
  • Khadjou Bridge
  • 33-Pol Bridge
• If you are interested in Isfahan's handicrafts, as a UNESCO Creative City of Crafts, you can also visit workshops and learn more about them.
• Your tour will end at your hotel or any other location in the city that you specify.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking local tour guide
• Transportation by sedan car
• Visiting plan
• Introduction to certified shops for shopping

What's Not Included

• All entrance tickets
• Personal expenses
• Tips and gratuities
• Insurance
• Private photography (on request)
• All meals and drinks out (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and refreshments)
• Extra services/requests

What to bring

• Long-sleeved shirt (recommended in the summer)
• Comfortable shoes or sandals for walking, depending on the season
• Cap
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Any necessary personal medicines
• Any personal items you want or need
• Phone charger or power bank

Know before you go

• You can change the plan, remove sites, or add sites, depending on opening hours. This day is for you.
• Other sites that can be visited include:
  • Antique Jame mosque
  • Chaharbagh Abbasi pedestrian street (for nightlife)
  • Isfahan Music Museum + live performance
  • Bethlehem church
  • Persian bath
  • Flowers Garden
  • Handicraft workshops
  • Shopping time with experts
• Isfahan is an attractive city that shows you the splendour of Iranian architecture. In Isfahan, you will get to know the most famous handicrafts of Iran, enjoy the view of Naqshe Jahan Square, and drink traditional tea or beverages for a long time. In Isfahan, your eyes get used to seeing beauty, so your heart stays in this city forever. Eating saffron ice cream while walking among the bustle of people connects you to Iranian tastes. I am the one who guides you in following a beautiful story from Isfahan. So get ready for a memorable day of sightseeing on the Isfahan city tour.
• In this tour, you will cover Isfahan's highlights mostly on foot and, in some parts, by car.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Isfahan, Isfahan Province, Iran

Tour start

Isfahan Province, Isfahan, Khajoo Bridge, JMPM+P8H, Iran

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.